About Us
My Story
It all goes back to when I was a kid. My dad was a successful entrepreneur and independently my grandfather on my mom’s side was also a successful entrepreneur. So if there ever was someone born with entrepreneurial genes, it’s me.
Growing up, all aspects of business were discussed over the breakfast table, the dinner table, and beyond. So, I was indoctrinated at an early age. Looking back I think of this as entrepreneurial preschool.
Before I finished college my father and grandfather passed. Not long after graduation I launched out on my own and I’ve been an independent entrepreneur ever since. I’ve had from 12 employees to over 100. My experience spans several industries and as an owner, president, and CEO I’ve had “buck stops here” responsibilities in retail, manufacturing, wholesale distribution, franchising, R&D, hospitality, patent licensing, e-commerce, logistics, supply chain management, consulting and more. Each of these involved several years of experience.
I’ve even been hired as a CEO to turn businesses around. I’ve owned C-corps, LLCs, and S-corps. I’ve often owned and operated more than one business at a time. I’ve also started and run Nonprofits. I was the CEO of a not for profit cooperative and I was even the board chairman of a k-12 private school.
I’ve negotiated and partnered with Mom and Pop operations right up to Fortune 500 companies. I’ve negotiated million dollar bank loans and throughout these experiences I’ve witnessed hundreds of other entrepreneurs, clients, professionals, and business people. I’ve watched, studied and learned from their successes and failures.
I was also fortunate to have a great education that my parents never had. I have two Bachelor degrees from The George Washington University and the University of Maine, graduating magna cum laude. I have an MBA from Auburn University, and I completed advanced graduate studies at the University of New Hampshire, University of Minnesota, and most recently the School of information Studies at Syracuse University. I wrote an article that was published in the Journal of Internet Commerce and I am a member of Mensa.
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How can we help you?
When you lose a key manager due to an unexpected departure, an extended vacation, a necessary termination, or sudden illness, you need someone to quickly step in to prevent disruptions to your business.
When you need someone to professionally manage a special project, Ed Noyes Consulting is ready to help with short-term, professional management support. All management services are planned to conform to your exact and changing needs. Contact us for a free consultation and an affordable quote.
Every business encounters bumps. Sometimes they are only temporary setbacks. Yet, other times a bump can lead to the tragic failure of a business.
When catastrophe strikes, creative solutions from an experienced entrepreneur and turnaround expert could save your business from ruin. Ed Noyes has that turnaround expertise – rescuing, modernizing, and guiding businesses through rough waters. (see About Us)
Contact us for a free consultation before it’s too late. You’ll get an honest independent appraisal of where your business is at and what your prospects for survival are. As long as hope remains, a comprehensive plan can be created.
Every business needs a strategy. Over time it's not unusual for a business to drift away from its original course. The business environment can quickly change making old strategies obsolete. When this happens your business needs to respond.
Strategic planning is also necessary when a new opportunity presents itself. You'll need to organize your people and resources for maximum effect. Figuring it out as you go rarely works.
Ed Noyes Consulting is ready to help. You'll benefit from the insights and expertise gained by 30+ years of creating and executing business strategies. Our initial consultation at your place of business is free.
A periodic in in-depth analysis of your business is a great way to get focused on your strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. Your assumptions may be challenged, but you’ll benefit from the objective insights gained by extensive business experience.
The business environment is rapidly changing. Your challenges might be in marketing, management, information systems, operations, or any other aspect of your business. The analysis will focus on what is unique to your business. You’ll get a custom roadmap to help you avoid unnecessary costs and make your efforts more focused and profitable.
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Do you ever feel like you are making decisions without the facts you need? Do you worry that important information is missing?
It's a classic needle in the haystack problem. Somewhere in all the data you’re collecting are those key metrics you need to monitor in order to successfully guide your business. The rest of the data is often just a distraction from what's important.
If you were looking for real needles in a real haystack, there's one simple tool that will do the trick - a magnet! A magnet clearly focuses on what's important. Likewise, a sharp focus on the key metrics is vital to your business.
At Ed Noyes Consulting we know how to analyze your processes and help you find those informational needles. We will then design a management reporting system to help you confidently make all your important decisions.
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The online landscape is rapidly changing. Providing the best possible experience for your customers while maintaining security and a competitive edge is a challenge for any organization. Does your online presence need a few simple tweaks, a complete overhaul, or ongoing support?
At Ed Noyes Consulting we have the experience and expertise you need. Visit this portfolio to see examples of our work.
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More than pros and cons, a fresh perspective can give you important clarity when you’re confronted with a tough decision. Having an experienced expert on your side, can make a big difference. If the decision is important to you, it’s always worth a second opinion.
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